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With the 2015 NFL Scouting Combine winding down, the DraftBreakdown.com player rankings are starting to take shape. Our full list of positional rankings and the 2015 DB Big Board will be posted within the next few weeks (likely by mid-March), but until then, be sure to check our expanding player overviews by clicking the scouting report tab on the player pages.

Here’s my take on Michael Bennett, the talented defensive tackle from Ohio State.

Overview:

Michael Bennett, the senior defensive lineman for the National Champion Ohio State Buckeyes, enters the 2015 NFL Draft after a productive career as a starter in each of the last two seasons. In 2014, Bennett was named Second Team All-Conference after totaling 41 tackles, 14 TFLs, and 7 sacks. It was Bennett’s second time being named as an All-Conference player, as he was honored as (read more…)

Sunday’s NFL Scouting Combine events featured the defensive lineman and linebackers backs participating in on-field drills. Here at Draft Breakdown, we are making the results of the workouts and weigh-ins easy to track with our 2015 NFL Scouting Combine Results Tracker. Beyond the measurable aspects of the Combine, there were on-field drills that allow evaluators to examine the movement skills and athletic ability of the prospects. Below are some of my notes and takeaways from the day’s events. The defensive line is widely considered to be the strength of the 2015 NFL Draft Class and today further strengthened that argument.

The best prospect that nobody is talking about is Washington State DL Xavier Cooper. Cooper had one of the best all-around days as he posted impressive workout numbers while looking explosive and light on his feet in drills. He displayed (read more…)

Saturday’s NFL Scouting Combine events featured the wide receivers, quarterbacks and running backs participating in on-field drills. Here at Draft Breakdown, we are making the results of the workouts and weigh-ins easy to track with our 2015 NFL Scouting Combine Results Tracker.

Beyond the measurable aspects of the Combine, there were on-field drills that allow evaluators to examine the movement skills and athletic ability of the prospects. Below are some of my notes and takeaways from the day’s events.

Alabama WR Amari Cooper, West Virginia WR Kevin White and Louisville WR DeVante Parker are who we thought they were; legitimate first round talents with number one receiver upside. They solidified that with their work today.

USC WR Nelson Agholor had an impressive day. He displayed quick change of direction skills, secure hands and fluidity as an athlete. He is (read more…)

Day One of the NFL Scouting Combine featured the offensive line and tight ends participating in on-field drills. Here at Draft Breakdown, we are making the results of the workouts and weigh-ins easy to track with our 2015 NFL Scouting Combine Results Tracker.

Beyond the measurable aspects of the Combine, there were on-field drills that allow evaluators to examine the movement skills and athletic ability of the prospects. Below are some of my notes and takeaways from the day’s events.

The three most impressive offensive lineman in terms of fluidity and movement skills were LSU OT La’El Collins, Florida OT DJ Humphries and Oregon OT Jake Fisher. After originally thinking Collins’ best fit in the NFL would be at guard, I am going back to the tape to see if I am comfortable projecting him to tackle.

Wagenmann has dominated the FCS level for the Grizzlies during his four year career. He has a strong core and upper body to go with great use of his hands to control and shed offensive linemen. Wagenmann plays with unmatched tenacity on the field. He is able to get around the edge with the explosion to chase down the quarterback or running back.

Cons:

Wagenmann isn’t a great athlete and appears stiff at times on the field. He’s not a great bender around the edge and relies on power and leverage. He will be asked to play in coverage and may be limited (read more…)

Experience: Three-year starter for the Thunderwolves with 17 interceptions and 30 pass breakups in 39 games. Career-high seven interceptions and 5.5 tackles for loss in 2014. Was the team’s primary punt return man last season, with 33 returns for 644 yards (19.5 average) and two touchdowns.

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One of the exciting new features for the 2015 NFL Draft is the expansion of the user experience here at DraftBreakdown.com. You’ll notice in our new navigation menu (which I’ll touch on later) has a user image all the way to (read more…)

The NFL Scouting Combine has become one of the more interesting events during the NFL draft process. It gives each team an opportunity to get accurate measurements, have a face-to-face interview and compare workout numbers. The problem is that some teams put too much stock into the workouts, allowing the numbers to overshadow the game tape.

However, there are plenty of positive things to take from this event. Below are five things that I’ll be watching closely throughout the combine process.

1. Devin Funchess’ workout numbers

Michigan’s Devin Funchess is one of the most interesting prospects in this draft because of his rare combination of size and athleticism. This has also made it tough to find the best position for him at the next level.

He entered the season labeled as a tight end, but he rarely lined up on the line of scrimmage, playing more of a wide (read more…)

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